History is a Riot – the Punk Music History Podcast
History is a Riot – the Punk Music History Podcast
Podcast Description
"History is a Riot" explores the untold history of punk music. From proto-punk and garage rock to the explosive scenes of the '70s and beyond, we trace the roots, sounds, and cultural forces that shaped a global rebellion. A deep dive into music history with grit, humor, and a whole lot of noise.
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The podcast focuses on themes related to the history of punk music, including its cultural impact and evolution over the decades. Episode topics such as 'The Birth of Punk: NYC's Raw Revolution' and 'Before the Riot: The Long Fuse of Punk' explore the chaotic inception of punk in 1970s New York and trace its roots from 1950s rock'n'roll through various influences, showcasing notable bands and figures like the Ramones, Patti Smith, and the Velvet Underground.
“History is a Riot” explores the untold history of punk music. From proto-punk and garage rock to the explosive scenes of the ’70s and beyond, we trace the roots, sounds, and cultural forces that shaped a global rebellion. A deep dive into music history with grit, humor, and a whole lot of noise.
In the late ’70s, punk met radical politics – and something darker was born. Crass turned punk into a way of life, Discharge invented the relentless D-Beat, and Amebix gave the soundtrack of apocalypse. From UK squats to global basements, crust and anarcho weren’t just genres – they were survival, protest, and resistance.
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